EXPLORE TOWN
Angola Prison Rodeo
Since 1967, the Angola Prison Rodeo has been one of the South’s most wildest shows. Guests can experience the rodeo events alongside an open-air marketplace of inmate-made crafts and local fare. Ticket sales continue to support the Inmate Welfare Fund, helping provide educational and recreational programs within the prison.
17544 Tunica Trace
St. Francisville, LA 70775
Rosedown
Less than five minutes from The Hotel Francis, Rosedown stands as one of the South’s most carefully preserved historic complexes. Renowned for its expansive formal gardens and historic home, it offers a glimpse into a storied past amid breathtaking landscapes.
12501 U.S. Highway 10
St. Francisville, LA 70775
(225) 635-3332
Audubon
Built in 1806, Oakley House is a striking example of colonial architecture shaped for the Louisiana climate. John James Audubon spent four months here in 1821, painting 32 of his celebrated bird studies while briefly teaching the Pirrie family’s daughter. Restored in the Federal style, the tall, airy home features jalousied galleries with West Indies influence, Adam mantels, and delicate exterior details that highlight its graceful simplicity. Surrounded by forest and history, Oakley was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.
11788 U.S. Highway 966
St. Francisville, LA 70775
(225) 635-3739
Afton Villa Gardens
Established in the mid-19th century as part of the grand Afton Villa estate—lost to fire in 1963—the gardens endure as a living tribute, enchanting visitors with their timeless charm and Southern grace.
9347 U.S. Highway 61
St. Francisville, LA 70775
(225) 635-6773
Tunica Hills
Want to travel a little further? Just north of town is one of Louisiana’s most unique hiking destinations. Steep ravines, sandy creeks, natural waterfalls, and abundant wildlife make Tunica Hills a destination for those seeking both challenge and discovery in the outdoors.
Old Tunica Rd
St. Francisville, LA 70775
